Knot Teaching, typing, and developing system

ABSTRACT

A knot teaching, tying, and developing system that provides a knot tie contiguity that combines knot tie elements in various embodiments. The knot tie contiguity can further include a knot material differentiation element. The knot tie contiguity can further include a hold down that allows the device to be secured for various knotting applications. A kit may comprise a container in which the knot tie contiguity, knotting material, and instructions are placed.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. ProvisionalApplication No. 60/168,086 filed on Nov. 30, 1999.

[0002] Generally, embodiments of the invention relate to a knotteaching, tying, and developing system that allows for attachment anddetachment of a rope, strap, or other knot material(s). Specifically,the invention provides a knot tie contiguity for the purpose of teachingand developing knot tying and for practical hardware application(s).

[0003] Conventional knot tying systems have been directed towardfacilitating knot tying for a specific purpose, object, or field. Someefforts in this regard include those disclosed by U.S. Pat. Nos.5,676,508; 5,261,343; 377,063; 5,230,295; 4,034,443 or 551,836 whichinclude designs used for specific purposes, such as lifting or tyingdown heavy loads. Similarly, U.S. Pat. Nos. 987,407; 456,210; 366,972;614,621; and 332,271 show conventional knot tie devices that are to beused only for specific objects such as halters or hammocks. Finally,other knot tie devices disclosed by U.S. Pat. Nos. 585,564; 5,098,137;5,593,189; and 115,826 are used only for specific fields such as fishingor sailing.

[0004] Perhaps one of the most significant problems with conventionalknot tying systems may be that it falls into two conventional categoriesof instruction. Those that have pictures, and those that have pictureswith related or non-related hardware.

[0005] The first category, for example, uses pictures of hardware butdoes not actually provide the hardware for hands on use by the consumer.This can leave the consumer in a position of foraging on their own toacquire something that can simulate the hardware represented in thepictures. Therefore, teaching knot tying from a literature only positioncan be inadequate. See for example, Ashley C. W., The Ashley Book ofKnots, Doubleday, New York (1944); Bigon, M. & Regazzoni, G., The MorrowGuide to Knots, Quill, William Morrow and Company, Inc. New York (1982);Budworth, G., The Complete Book of Knots, The Lyons Press, New York(1997); Budworth, G., The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Knots and Ropework,Anness Publishing Limited, New York (1999); Day, C. L., Knots & Splices,International Marine Publishing Company (1989); Lewis, D., Great Knotsand How to Tie Them, Sterling Publishing Company (1998); Macfarlan, A. &P., Knotcraft, The Art of Knot Tying, Bonanza Books, New York (1967);Pawson, D., The Handbook of Knots, A Step-By-Step Guide to Tying andUsing More Than 100 Knots, A D/C Publishing, Inc. (1998); Snyder, P.&A., Nautical Knots and Lines Illustrated, International Marine/RaggedMountain Press (1997); Wheelock, W., Ropes, Knots, & Slings forClimbers, La Siesta Press (1988), each hereby incorporated by referenceherein.

[0006] The second category of conventional knot tie devices use pictureswith a tying aid that may not be representative of the actual hardwarethe knot would be tied to in practice. This approach may not provide theconsumer with accurate physical representation of the hardware neededfor knot tying. As a result, the consumer ends up practicing tying ontoobscure unrelated objects, one piece of hardware, or into thin air. Thiscan create a stagnated and impractical learning experience as can beunderstood by reviewing Cassidy, J., The Klutz Book of Knots, Klutz(1985); or The Campers Knot Tying, Marco Products (1986), each herebyincorporated by reference herein.

[0007] Another significant problem with conventional knot tying systemsmay be the failure to provide suitable mounts for hardware, if any, thatis provided. Hardware falls into two distinct categories, mountable andnon-mountable. Some mountable pieces may be: line cleat, rope loop,knob, pole, eyelet, strap loop, and tie down hook. Some non-mountablepieces may be: ring, toggle, fishing hook, tent stake, and open orclosed “S” hook. Conventional mountable hardware may need to beindividually attached to a surface such as a table or bench. This can bedifficult because the hardware must be mounted properly, and mountingthe hardware can damage the mounting surface. Again, once mounted thehardware may not be portable and the consumer should not be expected tocarry additional separate pieces around in case they are needed.

[0008] Another significant problem with conventional tying systems canbe that they may not allow the use of a variety of knot materials. Forexample, conventional devices may not provide tying features for usewith a variety of diameters of knot material. Similarly, conventionaldevices may not provide tying features for use with strap type knotmaterial.

[0009] Yet another significant problem with conventional knot tyingsystems can be that the various types of hardware are not supplied orsupplied as separate pieces. As such, there can be a difficulty infinding proper hardware because many stores simply do not carry thetypes of hardware necessary. This can cause the consumer difficulty inlooking for and purchasing the needed hardware to complete the learningexperience. The consumer may be unaware of what kind of hardware toacquire since the literature may not address this issue. Again, once thehardware has been acquired, the consumer may be unaware of its properusage or the hardware may be lost or misplaced due to the number ofpieces. Also, purchasing the necessary hardware as individual piecescould be at a considerable cost to the consumer.

[0010] The invention addresses each of the above-mentioned problems in apractical fashion. It also satisfies a long-felt but unresolved need toprovide knot tying hardware in a practical manner. To the extent thatconventional knot tying systems provide only pictures of hardware theperson of ordinary skill in the art was lead away from the solutions ofthis invention.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0011] Accordingly, the broad object of the invention is to provide aknot tying system which provides a knot tie device for use with knottying literature. In doing so, we achieve a goal of providing theconsumer with a visual and physical aid to learn knot tying which may beused with literature which may be provided with the invention or withexisting literature on knot tying, such as the above-mentioned knottying references, books, or articles.

[0012] Another broad object of the invention can be to provide a knottie contiguity. Thus an aspect of this object can be to provide thefollowing hardware in one integrated design: a line cleat, rope loop,strap loop, knob, eyelet, open/closed “S” hook, tie down hook, ring,toggle, pole, tent stake, and fishing hook. Thus the goal of solving theissue of hardware, as above-mentioned can be accomplished in thismulti-hardware tool.

[0013] Another broad object of the invention can be to provide a knottie device or knot tie body having multiple tying material features sothat the knotting tool may be used with various types, sizes, or shapesof knot material(s).

[0014] Another broad object of the invention can be to provide aknotting tool having different types of hold down elements, such as aportable mounting strap or the mounting bracket. This includes the goalof allowing flexibility in the way the invention may be used by theconsumer.

[0015] Another broad object of the invention can be to provide a knottie device that, either mounted or unmounted, can be portable.

[0016] Yet another goal is to provide an economical solution toobtaining the hardware necessary for knot teaching, tying, anddeveloping.

[0017] Naturally, further objects of the invention are disclosedthroughout other areas of the specification and claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018]FIG. 1 shows a preferred embodiment of the invention having twelveknot tie elements integrated.

[0019]FIG. 2 shows another embodiment of the invention having elevenknot tie elements integrated.

[0020]FIG. 3 shows another embodiment of the invention having ten knottie elements integrated.

[0021]FIG. 4 shows another embodiment of the invention having ten knottie elements integrated.

[0022]FIG. 5 shows another embodiment of the invention having elevenknot tie elements integrated.

[0023]FIG. 6 shows an embodiment of the invention having arepresentative knot tie device hold down.

[0024]FIG. 7 shows an embodiment of the invention having a differenttype of representative knot tie device hold down.

[0025]FIG. 8 shows an embodiment of the invention having a spring gate,two piece pulley wheel, and a lanyard.

[0026]FIG. 9 shows an embodiment of the invention having a hold downthat operates to secured the invention to a person's leg, or a log, orother object with a mounting strap.

[0027]FIG. 10 shows an embodiment of the invention having arepresentative knot tie device hold down.

[0028]FIG. 11 shows an embodiment of the invention having arepresentative knot tie device hold down

[0029]FIG. 12 shows an embodiment of the invention having with analternate knot tie device hold down.

[0030]FIG. 13 shows an embodiment of the invention having an alternateknot tie device hold down.

[0031]FIG. 14 shows an embodiment of the invention having an alternateknot tie device hold down.

[0032]FIG. 15 shows an embodiment of the invention having an alternateknot tie device hold down.

[0033]FIG. 16 shows a cross section of the embodiment of the inventionwith the alternate knot tie device hold shown by FIG. 15.

[0034]FIG. 17 shows an embodiment of the invention having a multipleknot material differentiation element to tie multiple sizes of ropesgoing through the eyelets.

[0035]FIG. 18 shows an embodiment of the invention being used for aparticular knot tying application.

[0036]FIG. 19 shows an embodiment of the invention being used to tie the“Lusk” knot.

[0037]FIG. 20 shows an embodiment of the invention being used with astrap through the strap loop and a rope around the fishing hook section.

[0038]FIG. 21 shows an embodiment of the invention as a kit including arope, a portable strap mount, a mounting bracket, screws, and aninstruction booklet.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0039] Knot tie devices and methods to use such knot tie devices,including the development and tying of knots, which can be used innumerous applications, including, but not limited to, teaching andhardware applications.

[0040] In discussing these aspects of the invention some references maybe made to various types of knot tie elements such as: a line cleat, arope loop, a strap loop, a knob, an eyelet, an open/closed “S” hook, atie down hook, a ring, a toggle, a pole, a tent stake, and a fishinghook. Representations of these types of knot tie elements are also shownas elements in the figures. These representations of knot tie elementsare understood to encompass the wide variety of hardware of the generaltype described or represented and is not intended to limit the inventionto any particular model or specific type. For example, therepresentation of the fish hook (13) in FIG. 1 is intended to berepresentative of hardware having this general shape, it is not intendedto limit the invention to the fish hook shown, or a fish hook having anyparticular size, weight, barb, eyelet, or the like.

[0041] Now referring to FIGS. 1-7, a knot tie device can comprise theintegration of multiple types of knot tie elements, such as those shown,into a knot tie contiguity (1). As can be understood from FIGS. 1-7, theseparate types of knot tie elements (5)-(16) can be integrated into thevarious embodiments of the knot tie contiguity. For example, twelvetypes of knot tie elements are integrated in the embodiment of theinvention shown by FIG. 1, eleven types of knot tie elements areintegrated in the embodiment of the invention shown by FIG. 2, while tentypes of knot tie elements are integrated in the embodiment of theinvention shown by FIGS. 3, 4, or 5. Naturally, other embodiments of theinvention can integrate more or fewer knot tie elements. For example, inFIG. 8, the embodiment of the invention further comprises knot tieelements representing a spring gate, a two piece pulley wheel, and alanyard, which could be included individually or in combination with theknot tie elements shown in FIGS. 1-7. Common to each embodiment of theinvention can be that the knot tie contiguity allows an individual touse each of the knot tie elements to teach, develop, or tie knots eventhough each knot tie element is integrated with the other knot tieelements into the knot tie contiguity. Note that FIGS. 1-7, arerepresentative in general of the types of embodiments of the inventionwhich can be made and maintain the functionality of the separate knottie elements even though they are integrated into a single knot tiecontiguity. As such, it can be understood that numerous embodiments ofthe invention, and specifically knot tie contiguities, are possible butnot shown by the various figures.

[0042] Specifically, the knot tie contiguity (1) can include, in variouscombinations, a line cleat (5) of an appropriate size for learning orfunctional use, such as shown in use by FIG. 18. The knob (6) may beused for practicing tying knots for bottle necks and other similarobjects, as shown by FIG. 19. The large, medium, and small eyelet's (7)as shown in use by FIG. 17 can be used with many different sized knotmaterials. This gives the user the added dimension of learning to tiewith various sized ropes, for example. The rope loop (8) and ring (9)are represented in the circular area as shown being used in FIGS. 18 and19 and can be of an appropriate size to use in practical application.The strap loop (10) shown being used by FIG. 20 provides the knot tiecontiguity (1) with another added dimension of learning to tie knotswith a strap and not only a rope. The “S” hook function is physicallyrepresentative of an open/closed “S” hook (12) as shown being used byFIG. 18 can be of an appropriate size for practical application. Thefishing hook (13) can be used as shown by FIG. 20 (the ring and bottompart of the tool). The tie down hook (11) as shown in use by FIG. 18 canbe of an appropriate size to use in practical application or forlearning. The toggle (14), pole (15), and tent stake (16) function(s)can be fulfilled in the straight open section as shown by FIG. 18. Thisopen end allows the consumer to practice knots that could be tied arounda pole or tent stake as well as provide them with a functional toggle.FIGS. 2 through 8 show several alternate knot tie contiguity (1)designs. It should be understood from the above discussion that not allknot tie devices include a knot tie contiguity but rather can simplyemploy a knot tie body that does not include knot tie elements joined ina manner that comprises a knot tie contiguity as discussed above.

[0043] One example of how to tie onto the ring section (26) of the knottie contiguity (1) as seen in FIG. 19 would be the following: begin byplacing the stand part (31) of the knot material (26), such as a rope,in the left hand and the work end (30) in the right hand. Pass the workend (30) of the rope (26) through the ring (9) from left to right. Takethe work end (30) underneath the stand part (31) forming an underhandloop from right to left (the cross-under is the area where the ropescross). Pinch this area with your left hand, using your thumb andpointing finger. Place the middle finger of the left hand next to thecross-under on the open side, not the loop (32) side. Loosely wrap thework end (30) around the middle finger and then crossover the stand part(31) from left to right. This forms a half-loop (33) 180 degrees forminga slight arc in the rope from the cross-under to the crossover point.Feed the work end (30) upwards in between the pinched point and themiddle finger from right to left. Feed the work end (30) through theunderhand loop made earlier around the ring (9) from left to right andfrom top to bottom. Feed the work end (30) by crossing under thehalf-loop (33), see FIG. 19, on the stand part (31) from right to left.(Be sure the work end (33) only goes under the stand part). Then pullthe work end (30) while letting go with the left hand. The final step isto adjust the knot tightly against the stand part (31)

[0044] The knot tie contiguity (1) can further comprise a knot tiecontiguity hold down (2) which can be embodied as a portable mountingstrap (2) as shown by FIG. 9, or as a mounting bracket (4) as shown byFIGS. 10, 11, 12, 14, or 15, as examples. This results in three ways tomount and use the knot tie contiguity (1). First, the knot tiecontiguity (1) can be mounted with the strap (2) as shown in FIG. 9 to aperson's leg or a log. This application can work best when the knottingtool is used for teaching/learning purposes. Second, the knot tiecontiguity (1) may be mounted with the bracket (4) and screws (17) asseen in FIGS. 10 and 11. This allows the knot tie contiguity to beattached, for example, to a felled tree or another secure surface suchas a workbench. This application highlights the uses of the eyelet (7),strap loop (10), rope loop (8), line cleat (5), tie down hook (11), tentstake (16), pole (15), knob (6), fishing hook (13), since this hardwaremay be used cost efficiently when mounted/secured. Third, the knot tiecontiguity (1) may be used alone as seen in FIG. 18. This applicationhighlights the use of the open/closed “S” hook (12), ring (9), andtoggle (14) since this hardware is used most efficiently when unmounted.These three options provide flexibility to the user by allowing them tochoose the level of stability needed. FIGS. 12 through 16 show alternatehold down designs that may be used with the preferred integrated designor with the alternate integrated designs. Again, these hold down designsshow that there are numerous ways to mount the knot tie contiguity (1)and it is understood that the hold down is not limited to the typesrepresented by the Figures. Naturally, the hold down embodiments can beused with a more conventional knot tie body or device.

[0045] Other embodiments of the invention, as exemplified by FIG. 17, orknot tie body, can further comprise a knot material differentiationelement. The knot material differentiation element comprises a hardwareelement such as a ring (9) to be repeated within the configuration ofthe knot tie contiguity (1), or knot tie body, so that different typesof knotting material can be used. In the example provided by FIG. 17,the knot tie contiguity (1) includes various diameters of ring (9) to beincorporated into the embodiment of the invention. As such, variousdiameters of knot material can be used with the knot tie contiguity (1)so that the user can learn or develop knots using these variousdiameters of knot material, or use these various diameters of knotmaterial when using the knot tie device in a hardware application.

[0046] It should be understood that, the knot tie contiguity (1) can bemade from various materials with varying strengths to accomplishdifferent tasks or functions. A strong material such as metal, ceramic,or shatter proof plastic could be used for the knot tie contiguity (1)when it is to be used for practical application purposes. It may be madeout of a less strong material when it is to be used for teachingpurposes, such as plastic, wood, or the like. The mounting bracket (4),such as the embodiments shown by FIGS. 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, or 16may be made out of a different material than the knot tie contiguity(1), such as plastic. The flexibility and availability in choosingmaterials to manufacture the knot tie contiguity (1), along with itsdifferent hold down designs, may increase the chances that it willappeal to many customers.

[0047] One example of a process to make the knot tie contiguity (1) andmounting bracket (4) invention could be plastic injection molding.Accomplished using an injection molding machine, the first step in thisprocess can be to start with a professional drawing of the object. Thisdrawing can be drawn with a variety of software currently on the marketthat fits into the category of computer aided design/drafting. Anaccurate drawing is necessary to visually communicate everything aboutthe knot tie device such as overall dimensions, tolerances, draftangles, types of materials, filleted edges, and any other necessary dataabout the object.

[0048] These professional drawings are given to a machinist that willmachine a cold-runner two plate mold. Each plate mold represents onehalf of the knot tie device being injected molded. It can be molded thisway because injection molded parts tend to stick in their molds and bydesigning molds that split down the center, which creates a parting lineof the object, it is easier to remove. One side of the mold has ejectorpins designed into it to aid in the ejection of the object from themold. The other side has cooling tubes and fittings to water cool themold. The center has a mold access hole designed into it for the meltedplastic to enter the mold. Both sides of the plate molds have threadedmounting holes that allow them to be secured by bolts to the InjectionMolding machine. The next step is to bring the two molds together whichare mounted about two feet apart by the machines hydraulic press. Thehopper is loaded with a thermoplastic material, such as polypropylene,that comes in a powder or a pellet form. The hopper feeds into acylindrical barrel that has a large screw that rotates and reciprocates.The cylinder is heated and a measured volume of liquid plastic is theninjected into the molds cavity via the mold entrance. This plastic isheld under extreme pressures for one to two minutes while it cools downin the mold. After this time frame expires, the hydraulic press opensand the molded object sticks to the mold half with the ejector pins.These pins are pushed by the hydraulic ram that is operated by ahydraulic system forcing the molded object out of the mold and the partfalls in a bin. The process is then repeated automatically. Anotherprocess whereby these objects can be made is Metal Injection Molding(MIM) which is similar to Plastic Injection Molding. Various metals andalloys can be used with MIM technology.

[0049] Another example of a method of manufacturing the knot tiecontiguity (1) and mounting bracket (4) would be CNC machining. Adetailed drawing of the intended product is needed first to determinewhether the product is feasible for fabrication. This drawing shouldcontain all of the necessary dimensions, tolerances, material type(s)and views needed to convey the intention of the product. Once determinedthat the unit can be fabricated the information is then inputted off theactual drawing into the computer. In this example, CNC Software Inc.,CAD/CAM software, and Mastercam version 7.1 can be used to draw theobject via the print provided. The size of the stock is then determinedand the geometry is centered within these boundaries. The object is thentoolpathed and all of the required parameters are set for the computerto calculate the exact location of every line and arc (this includes thetype of tool, size of tool, direction tool is to run, depth of cut,speed the tool needs to travel, etc.). After the parameters have beenset, the actual toolpath is shown on the screen and is run to determinewhether this toolpath should be accepted or declined. The program isthen processed by the computer to write the appropriate G-codes for theCentroid software to understand. Once this code is written it is sentvia computer network to the hard-drive of the machine. The Centroidsoftware is used by the Magnum CAD/CAM router which is a computer-aidedmanufacturing machine that has a 4′×8′ table top with vacuum hold-downs.A Porter Cable plunge router is set atop a movable gantry that can movein the x, y, and z directions (axis). This allows for the manufacturingof almost any two dimension shape. The machine operator retrieves theprogram from the hard drive and ensures that the right size bit isinstalled in the machine and the correct type of material is used. Theoperator then sets the tool planes of x, y, and z to the limitationslisted in the program. Once all the preparations are made the operatorstarts the machine and the program runs in its entirety according to theG-codes that have been written for it by Mastercam. The machined part isthen moved to the next process whereby it is deburred by a radius tablerouter to ensure that there is no sharp edges or burrs left by themachining process.

[0050] The portable mounting strap (2) can be made by taking one inchwide strapping and cutting it to the desired length. Take a buckle (3)and loop the strap (2) around the area for securing a strap and sew itwith industrial strength thread.

[0051] As can be easily understood from the foregoing, the basicconcepts of the present invention may be embodied in a variety of ways.It involves knot tying techniques, and specifically the Lusk knot, aswell as knot tie devices to accomplish the appropriate knot tyingtechniques. In this application, the knot tying techniques are disclosedas part of the results shown to be achieved by the various knot tiedevices described and as steps which are inherent to their utilization.They are simply the natural result of utilizing the devices as intendedand described. In addition, while some devices are disclosed, it shouldbe understood that these not only accomplish certain methods but alsocan be varied in a number of ways (as examples, representativeembodiments are shown in the figures but are not intended to beinclusive of all the possible embodiments of the invention).Importantly, as to all of the foregoing, all of these facets should beunderstood to be encompassed by this disclosure.

[0052] The discussion included in this application is intended to serveas a basic description. The reader should be aware that the specificdiscussion may not explicitly describe all embodiments possible; manyalternatives are implicit. It also may not fully explain the genericnature of the invention and may not explicitly show how each feature orelement can actually be representative of a broader function or of agreat variety of alternative or equivalent elements. Again, these areimplicitly included in this disclosure. Where the invention is describedin functionally-oriented terminology, each aspect of the function isaccomplished by a device. Apparatus claims may not only be included forthe devices described, but also method or process claims may be includedto address the functions the invention and each element performs.Neither the description nor the terminology is intended to limit thescope of the claims.

[0053] Further, each of the various elements of the invention and claimsmay also be achieved in a variety of manners. This disclosure should beunderstood to encompass each such variation, be it a variation of anyapparatus embodiment, a method or process embodiment, or even merely avariation of any element of these. Particularly, it should be understoodthat as the disclosure relates to elements of the invention, the wordsfor each element may be expressed by equivalent apparatus terms ormethod terms—even if only the function or result is the same. Suchequivalent, broader, or even more generic terms should be considered tobe encompassed in the description of each element or action. Such termscan be substituted where desired to make explicit the implicitly broadcoverage to which this invention is entitled. As but one example, itshould be understood that all actions may be expressed as a means fortaking that action or as an element which causes that action. Similarly,each physical element disclosed should be understood to encompass adisclosure of the action which that physical element facilitates.Regarding this last aspect, as but one example, the disclosure of a“knot” should be understood to encompass disclosure of the act of“knotting”—whether explicitly discussed or not—and, conversely, werethere only disclosure of the act of “knotting”, such a disclosure shouldbe understood to encompass disclosure of a “knot” and even a means for“knotting”. Such changes and alternative terms are to be understood tobe explicitly included in the description.

[0054] Additionally, the various combinations and permutations of allelements or applications can be created and presented. All can be doneto optimize the design or performance in a specific application.

[0055] Any acts of law, statutes, regulations, or rules mentioned inthis application for patent: or patents, publications, or otherreferences mentioned in this application for patent are herebyincorporated by reference. Specifically, U.S. patent application Ser.No. 60/168,086 is hereby incorporated by reference herein including anyfigures or attachments, and each of the references in the followingtable of references are hereby incorporated by reference.

[0056] In addition, as to each term used it should be understood thatunless its utilization in this application is inconsistent with suchinterpretation, common dictionary definitions should be understood asincorporated for each term and all definitions, alternative terms, andsynonyms such as contained in the Random House Webster's UnabridgedDictionary, second edition are hereby incorporated by reference.However, as to each of the above, to the extent that such information orstatements incorporated by reference might be considered inconsistentwith the patenting of this/these invention(s) such statements areexpressly not to be considered as made by the applicant(s).

[0057] In addition, unless the context requires otherwise, it should beunderstood that the term “comprise” or variations such as “comprises” or“comprising”, are intended to imply the inclusion of a stated element orstep or group of elements or steps but not the exclusion of any otherelement or step or group of elements or steps. Such terms should beinterpreted in their most expansive form so as to afford the applicantthe broadest coverage legally permissible in countries such as Australiaand the like.

[0058] Thus, the applicant(s) should be understood to claim at least: i)each of the embodiments of the knot tying system as herein disclosed anddescribed, ii) the related methods disclosed and described, iii)similar, equivalent, and even implicit variations of each of thesedevices and methods, iv) those alternative designs which accomplish eachof the functions shown as are disclosed and described, v) thosealternative designs and methods which accomplish each of the functionsshown as are implicit to accomplish that which is disclosed anddescribed, vi) each feature, component, and step shown as separate andindependent inventions, vii) the applications enhanced by the varioussystems or components disclosed, viii) the resulting products producedby such systems or components, and ix) methods and apparatusessubstantially as described hereinbefore and with reference to any of theaccompanying examples, and x) the various combinations and permutationsof each of the elements disclosed.

We claim:
 1. A knot tie device, comprising: a. a knot tie contiguity;and b. at least five knot tie elements joined within said knot tiecontiguity.
 2. A knot tie device as described in claim 1 , wherein saidknot tie elements are selected from the group consisting of a linecleat, a rope loop, a strap loop, a knob, an eyelet, an open-closedS-hook, a tie down hook, a ring, a toggle, a pole, a tent stake, afishing hook, a lanyard, a pulley wheel, and a spring.
 3. A knot tiedevice as described in claim 1 , further comprising a knot tiecontiguity hold down.
 4. A knot tie device as described in claim 3 ,wherein said knot tie contiguity hold down comprises a portable strapmount.
 5. A knot tie device as described in claim 3 , wherein said knottie contiguity hold down comprises a stationary mount.
 6. A knot tiedevice as described in claim 1 , further comprising a knot materialdifferentiation element.
 7. A knot tie device, comprising: a. a knot tiebody; and b. a knot material differentiation element.
 8. A knot tiedevice as described in claim 7 , further comprising a knot tiecontiguity.
 9. A knot tie device as described in claim 8 , wherein saidknot tie contiguity further comprises at least five knot tie elementsjoined within said knot tying contiguity.
 10. A knot tie device asdescribed in claim 1 , further comprising a knot tie contiguity holddown.
 11. A knot tie device, comprising: a. a knot tie body; and b. aportable strap mount.
 12. A knot tie device as described in claim 11 ,further comprising a knot tie contiguity.
 13. A knot tie device asdescribed in claim 12 , wherein said knot tie contiguity furthercomprises at least five knot tie elements joined within said knot tyingcontiguity.
 14. A knot tie device as described in claim 12 , furthercomprising a knot material differentiation element.
 15. A knot tie kit,comprising: a. a container; b. a knot tie contiguity; and c.instructional material.
 16. A knot tie kit as described in claim 15 ,further comprising components selected from a group consisting of a knotmaterial, a knot cord, a knot strap, a knot tie contiguity hold down, aportable strap mount, a stationary mount, and a knot materialdifferentiation element.
 17. A knot, comprising: a. a length of knotmaterial having a work end and a stand part, wherein a first loopelement is defined by two surface areas of said length of knot materialmade responsive to one another; b. a second loop element defined by ahalf rotation bisection of said first loop element; and C. a third loopelement responsive to said first loop element and said second loopelement, wherein said third loop element is defined by a firstinterpenetration of said second loop element and a subsequentinterpenetration of said first loop element and a subsequent secondinterpenetration of said second loop element above said firstinterpenetration with said work end of said length of knot material. 18.A method of producing a knot, comprising the steps of: a. forming afirst loop in a length of knot material, wherein said length of knottingmaterial has a working end and a standing end; b. rotating a portion ofsaid first loop one half turn to bisect said first loop; C. forming asecond loop below said first loop; C. inserting said working end throughsaid second loop; d. inserting said working end through said first loop;and e. inserting said working end through said second loop above saidfirst insertion of said working end.
 19. A method of producing a knottie device, comprising the steps of: a. joining at least five knot tieelements; and b. forming a knot tie contiguity.
 20. A method ofproducing a knot tie device as described in claim 19 , furthercomprising the step of holding said knot tie contiguity in a fixedposition.
 21. A method of producing a knot tie device as described inclaim 19 , further comprising the step of providing multipleconfigurations of at least one knot tie element to differentiate betweenknot materials.